Jeopardy! Masters Premieres with Exciting New Format and Tribute to Alex Trebek
Last night, the highly anticipated Jeopardy! Masters premiered on ABC, featuring fan-favorite contestants such as James Holzhauer, Amy Schneider, and Matt Amodio (USA Today). The competition, which kicked off on Monday, May 8, 2023, is set to showcase the six highest-ranked current Jeopardy! contestants throughout the duration of the tournament (AL.com).
This new primetime tournament concept is unlike any previous Jeopardy! event, as it incorporates a dramatic format change revealed by host Ken Jennings (TV Insider). Paying tribute to the late and beloved Alex Trebek, Jennings expressed how the Jeopardy! Masters tournament has clear connections to the show’s iconic host, who passed away in November 2020 (ABC7 New York).
The Jeopardy! Masters tournament will span several days, and the full schedule, contestants, and information about the new format are accessible through various news outlets (NJ.com). The competition promises to keep viewers entertained with hour-long episodes packed with action from the top-ranked contestants (AL.com).
So far, two games have been played in the series premiere. Game 1 featured contestants Andrew He, Matt Amodio, and Amy Schneider (The Jeopardy! Fan). Game 2 showcased Sam Buttrey, Mattea Roach, and James Holzhauer (The Jeopardy! Fan). Final Jeopardy answers and statistics for both games, as well as the latest updates on the competition, can be found on The Jeopardy! Fan website.
With a fresh tournament format and a talented roster of contestants, Jeopardy! Masters is set to be an exciting addition to the franchise. As viewers tune in to the competition, they can look forward to paying tribute to the great Alex Trebek while enjoying the familiar thrill that comes with answering the game’s many challenging questions.
